80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
8 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Avon Cobra Chrome vs Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
69/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
80/100
36 owner reviews
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VerdictToo close to call: Avon Cobra Chrome and Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 are within 2 points overall. Avon Cobra Chrome is stronger on dry, wet and handling. Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 is stronger on treadwear and comfort.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Cobra Chrome leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Cobra Chrome | ContiCrossContact LX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 67 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 85 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Cobra Chrome leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Cobra Chrome | ContiCrossContact LX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 67 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 80 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Cobra Chrome | ContiCrossContact LX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 64 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ContiCrossContact LX 2 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Cobra Chrome | ContiCrossContact LX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 100 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 76 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ContiCrossContact LX 2 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Cobra Chrome | ContiCrossContact LX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 86 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Cobra Chrome leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Cobra Chrome | ContiCrossContact LX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 80 |
| DriverReviews owners | 90 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon Cobra Chrome | Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 81 |
| Dry | 89 | 75 |
| Wet | 84 | 73 |
| Snow | – | 71 |
| Comfort | 89 | 93 |
| Noise | – | 90 |
| Treadwear | 65 | 86 |
| Handling | 83 | 80 |
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Headline score
80
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon Cobra Chrome is widely regarded as a high-performance cruiser tire that excels in wet weather handling and cornering confidence. While many riders praise its stability and grip, the user experience is polarized by reports of inconsistent tread longevity and isolated, severe structural failures.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather grip and handling confidence
- Improved cornering stability compared to OEM alternatives
- Effective at tracking over road imperfections like white lines and cat's eyes
- Strong performance on heavy touring motorcycles like the Honda Goldwing
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, particularly in high-heat environments
- Reports of structural issues including tread separation and blistering
- Lack of a center wear indicator makes monitoring tread depth difficult
- Occasional reports of sudden loss of traction in damp conditions
Observations
- Goldwing owners report high satisfaction with wet-weather performance, though some experienced dangerous tread separation at highway speeds.
- Harley-Davidson riders report mixed results, with some noting premature wear and others experiencing traction loss on damp surfaces.
- Users in high-ambient-temperature climates (e.g., Australia) report significantly lower mileage than those in cooler regions.
The Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 is widely regarded as a durable, high-mileage tire that excels in dry and wet road conditions while offering respectable light off-road capability. While many users praise its quiet ride and longevity, some report a noticeable decline in comfort and increased noise levels in cold temperatures or on rougher road surfaces.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity and high mileage capability
- Strong traction on dry and wet pavement
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality on standard roads
- Capable performance on light off-road surfaces like gravel and sand
Cons
- Harsh ride and increased noise on rough or damaged road surfaces
- Poor performance in deep snow and icy conditions
- Stiff sidewalls can feel uncomfortable at low speeds
- Limited effectiveness in deep mud
Observations
- Users with SUVs like the Peugeot 3008 and 5008 report the tire is well-suited for highway and town driving but can feel harsh on uneven terrain.
- Pickup truck owners, such as those with the Nissan Navara, frequently highlight the tire's impressive durability and high-mileage lifespan under heavier loads.
- Drivers of high-torque vehicles noted improved traction and reduced wheel spin compared to OEM alternatives like the Bridgestone Dueler H/T.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon Cobra Chrome | B · Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Avon
81
/ 100
Continental
Too close to call: Avon Cobra Chrome and Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 are within 2 points overall. Avon Cobra Chrome is stronger on dry, wet and handling. Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 is stronger on treadwear and comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 scores 86 vs 65 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Avon Cobra Chrome scores 89 vs 75 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Avon Cobra Chrome scores 84 vs 73 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 scores 93 vs 89 on comfort.
Tire A · Avon Cobra Chrome
Tire B · Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.